Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Mark Denman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mark Denman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mark Denman Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mark Denman Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
52%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mark Denman Elementary School often compared to?
Mark Denman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Ridge Middle School, Northeast Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mark Denman Elementary School?
583 students attend Mark Denman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mark Denman Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mark Denman Elementary School?
Mark Denman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mark Denman Elementary School offer ?
Mark Denman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Mark Denman Elementary School part of?
Mark Denman Elementary School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
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